Michigan football focuses on star players for special teams roles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Michigan football coach Kyle Whittingham emphasizes the use of star players in special teams, highlighting Andrew Marsh, Savion Hiter, and Smith Snowden as primary options. Despite a few minor injuries during fall camp, the team remains mostly healthy. There are significant changes within the coaching staff, with a renewed focus on strength, conditioning, and accountability. Whittingham believes the team has embraced the new message, indicating positive progress as they prepare for the upcoming season opener. Depth charts are not released, though a starting offensive line has been identified.
- •Whittingham prioritizes playmakers in special teams despite injury risks.
- •Marsh, Hiter, and Snowden are the main options for return roles.
- •Some players are experiencing minor injuries as fall camp continues.
- •The coaching staff's adjustments focus on discipline and accountability.
- •Starting offensive line spots are set, but details are withheld from the public.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan football not afraid to use its stars in return game
"While Michigan football has been mostly healthy throughout fall camp, there have been "a few setbacks with guys here and there," per coach Kyle Whittingham.
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